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What is the process of IVF?

What is the process of IVF?



IVF process

IVF technology is an assisted reproductive technology, which can improve the fertility success rate by artificially fertilizing and cultivating female eggs and male sperm in the laboratory, and then transplanting the cultured embryos back into the female uterus. The following details the specific process of IVF from four aspects.

1. Diagnosis and evaluation

The first step in the IVF process is diagnosis and evaluation. First, a woman needs to undergo a series of physical examinations, including blood tests, gynecological examinations, reproductive hormone level tests, etc., to assess her reproductive system health. At the same time, men also need to have a sperm quality check. According to the examination results, the doctor will assess the fertility potential of both the husband and wife, and develop personalized treatment plans according to the actual situation. Next, women need to undergo endometrial biopsy to assess their endometrial health and determine the best time for embryo implantation. In addition, both husband and wife also need genetic counseling to understand whether there are genetic diseases, and if necessary, genetic screening is also required. Through diagnosis and evaluation, doctors can identify the fertility problems of both husband and wife and formulate appropriate treatment plans for them.

2. Ovulation induction and egg collection

In the second step of the IVF process, women need to receive ovulation induction treatment. Doctors will prescribe corresponding ovulation promoting drugs according to women's menstrual cycle and personal conditions to promote the ovarian production of multiple follicles. These drugs need to be injected or taken orally regularly, and follicular growth and hormone levels are monitored by ultrasound and blood tests. When the follicle grows to the proper size, the doctor will arrange an egg collection operation. Egg collection is generally conducted 36 hours before female ovulation. In the operating room, under the guidance of vaginal ultrasound, doctors use special needles to puncture ovarian follicles to extract and collect eggs.

3. Sperm processing and IVF

After collecting eggs, men need to provide sperm samples. Spermatozoa can be discharged manually or frozen before egg collection. Sperm samples will be processed by laboratory technicians to select the best quality sperm. Next, doctors put eggs and sperm in a culture dish for artificial fertilization, which is often called IVF. Usually, a sperm is injected into an egg, and then cultured for several hours to observe whether fertilization occurs. If fertilization is successful, the embryo will further develop in the culture dish.

4. Embryo culture and transplantation

Embryos in petri dishes are monitored and evaluated for quality and development. Doctors will select the best one or two embryos for transfer. Embryo transfer is usually carried out three to five days after fertilization. The operation of embryo transfer is relatively simple, and the embryo is sent into the female uterus through a thin tube. After successful transplantation, women need to rest for a period of time, and then have a pregnancy test to confirm whether they are successful in pregnancy.

Summary

The IVF process is divided into four main stages: diagnosis and evaluation, ovulation promotion and egg collection, sperm processing and IVF, and embryo culture and transfer. After a comprehensive diagnosis and assessment, doctors develop personalized treatment plans. During the operation, eggs and sperm are fertilized and cultured in the laboratory, and finally high-quality embryos are transferred back to the female uterus. IVF technology has realized the hope of fertility for many infertile couples, but each stage requires careful operation and professional monitoring. Patients should maintain a positive and optimistic attitude, and closely cooperate with the guidance and care of doctors.
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